After weeks of trending downward, mortgage rates began to climb this week with more finding it difficult to find a home amid a nationwide shortage in supply.
Read More »The Complexities Behind Home Prices in Communities of Color
Homeowners of color face both stagnating home values and extreme price volatility, either of which could compound the challenges this demographic already faces, researchers say.
Read More »Quick-Acting Homebuyers Further Constrict Inventory
In what Midwest market did the average home spend just four days on the market in April? Read on to find out.
Read More »Steady Rise in Mortgage Apps
Low rates are beginning to spur a rise in purchase volume, with refis continuing to lead the way in application volume share.
Read More »Sellers Are Poised to Take Advantage of a Hot Market
Many homeowners expect to ask for more than they know their home is worth, and market research suggests they are in a good position to do so.
Read More »GSEs Submit Plans to Serve the Underserved
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have issued proposals outlining their objectives and activities to implement advancements in the manufactured housing, affordable housing, and rural housing markets.
Read More »Many Buyers are Relocating to Low-Tax States
Taxes appear to be playing an increasing role as Americans decide if and when to relocate, and researchers look at what that means for home prices.
Read More »Labor and Lumber Shortages Impede Housing Starts
April brought month-over-month declines in housing starts, as demand continued to drive builder confidence.
Read More »Is the Housing Market Overheating?
While price acceleration mirrors what was seen leading up to the 2008 crash, economists say the similarities between then and now end there.
Read More »Senators Introduce Bipartisan Legislation for Nationwide Online Notarization
The new bill will allow for all notaries to execute remote online notarizations across the U.S.
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